Greenville University is moderately difficult to get into. Greenville University admitted 94% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 1,459 applications received in 2023, 1,375 students were offered admission.
If you are planning on applying to Greenville University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Here is an overiew of some of Greenville University's admissions stats.
Greenville University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
---|---|
Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.3 |
Mean SAT Score | 1000 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 28% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 14% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Greenville University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Greenville University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Greenville University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong. Curious about the factors that are considered by Greenville University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Make sure to check with Greenville University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Greenville University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Greenville University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Interview | – | – | √ | – |
Other Requirements | – | – | √ | English placement exam required of all International students |
Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.25 | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Greenville University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3. Greenville University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Greenville University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 28% of Greenville University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Greenville University applicants, you should strive to earn between 850 and 1100 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Greenville University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1100 and 25% of scored lower than 850, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Greenville University student is 1000.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Greenville University students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 430 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Greenville University students scored 550 or higher, and 75% scored a 430 or higher.
To be most competitive at Greenville University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 25 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Greenville University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.
A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Greenville University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Greenville University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Greenville University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Greenville University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Greenville University.
Does Greenville University accept transfer credits?
✅ Greenville University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Greenville University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit
Does Greenville University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Greenville University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Greenville University?
❌ No, Greenville University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to include your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Greenville University's acceptance rate?
✅ Greenville University has an acceptance rate of 94%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Greenville University?
❌ Greenville University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Greenville University? Greenville University is a somewhat selective institution. The Greenville University acceptance rate is 94%. This means that the institution accepts 94 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Greenville University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Greenville University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1100 and Above
850 to 1100
850 and Less
The median SAT score for Greenville University students is 1000. Applicants with SAT scores of 1100 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Greenville University, while applicants with SAT scores between 850 to 1100 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 850 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Greenville University.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Greenville University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.28. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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